Max Bollinger's life journey began in Russia, a country he calls his birthplace, in the year 1974. His childhood was spent in the southern region, nestled comfortably near the majestic Black Sea, which has since become a part of Ukraine. Fast forward to 1993, Max made the bold decision to relocate to England, a country that would eventually become his home sweet home. Today, he effortlessly converses in both English and Russian, a testament to his linguistic prowess. Prior to his linguistic accomplishments, Max had to first hone his academic skills, graduating with a 1st Class degree in economics and IT.
From 1993 to 1994, a pivotal period in his life, he resided in a quaint, rural village nestled in the picturesque county of Shropshire, Cloverley being his specific place of abode. Subsequent to his village sojourn, he was fortunate enough to be awarded a prestigious scholarship, enabling him to pursue a brief course in modern history within the esteemed academic circles of London. Interestingly, the prospect of a career in acting never entered his mind during his formative years, whether in the context of his school days or university education.
Following the completion of his formal education, Bollinger embarked upon a professional journey, assuming the role of a project manager within esteemed financial institutions and law firms situated in the cosmopolitan city of London. It was during this period that he gained valuable experience and honed his skills in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Subsequently, his exceptional performance and expertise caught the attention of key decision-makers, who extended an offer for him to spearhead a high-profile project in the esteemed university town of Cambridge. Notably, his supervisor at the time recognized the potential benefits of drama training in enhancing Bollinger's presentation skills and overcoming his natural shyness, thus paving the way for a transformative experience that would have a lasting impact on his professional and personal development.
Bollinger's initial foray into the realm of television broadcasting took the form of a significant role as Charles Allcock, a pivotal character in the BBC's television film adaptation of the beloved British sitcom "The Good Life". This captivating production, set against the backdrop of the 1970s, saw Bollinger bring to life the character of Charles, a clandestine lover of the esteemed Margo Leadbetter.
The narrative unfolded as Margo, a prominent figure in the sitcom, rekindled her passion with Charles, whom she had initially met at the esteemed "Young Conservatives Club". The film was masterfully directed by the accomplished Margy Kinmonth Walters, who expertly wove the threads of the story together to create a captivating viewing experience.
Noted British actor, Mark Bollinger, has recently made appearances in several notable projects, including the new series of the iconic Doctor Who franchise, specifically in the audio drama "Singularity". In this captivating production, released on CD by the renowned BBC Worldwide and Big Finish, Bollinger takes on the role of Pavel Fedorin, a character expertly penned by the talented James Swallow.
Furthermore, Bollinger has been cast as a Naval Captain in the upcoming ITV adventure drama, "Ghostboat", set against the nostalgic backdrop of the 1980s. Currently in production, the film is being shot on location in both the UK and Malta throughout 2005 and 2006, under the direction of Stuart Orme.
